Activities
There is a reason bears hibernate in winter. It’s COLD, sometimes, it is wet, icy, and COLD. Did I mention the COLD? While it is easy to slip into the thought of a warm hibernation once the cold hits, I love the challenge of coming up with fun ways to keep myself and my family active during the winter months.
Baby
Here you go! The time has come to bravely face the cold and snow. You’re not the only one who has to go through the hassles of winter... your baby does too!
Pregnancy/Maternity
Physical activity should be part of a daily routine for every women struggling with diabetes, whether pregnant or not. Here’s why.
Family life
Vacation time is just about over and with September and back-to-school time, the routine is back in our daily family-work activities. Are you ready? Do you need tips?
Diet
If they gave in to their child’s every whim, some parents would build a menu around chicken nuggets, spaghetti and... chicken nuggets!
Breastfeeding
You love to breastfeed and know all the benefits of breastmilk, but want to take a break from breastfeeding sometimes. Or perhaps you are an exclusive breast pumping mom whose baby for one reason or another cannot feed on the breast.
Breastfeeding
One of the best ways to get breastfeeding support is to work with a Lactation Consultant.
Breastfeeding
For the first six months of life, a baby does not need any food or drink other than breastmilk. However, around six months of age, babies tend to become curious about solid food.
Pregnancy/Maternity
Pregnant women ask themselves many questions during their pregnancy. Can I continue to do abdominal exercises during pregnancy? If not, are there other exercises that I should be doing?
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Breastfeeding
Dear Baby,
It’s past midnight. I’ve been standing by your crib, taking slow breaths so as to not wake you up. Watching every tiny movement you make, trying hard to relax. I tell myself that we are both doing ok.
Pregnancy/Maternity
You were probably nervous in the minutes that preceded the result of your pregnancy test so you can imagine the stress that surrounds prenatal screening tests or amniocentesis!
Breastfeeding
Unfortunately, we still read and hear about moms who had a really difficult time breastfeeding with their first baby. This could involve anything from not mastering breastfeeding in the first few days to ongoing breastfeeding problems or worries about low milk supply.
Baby
Did you know that infants who are exposed to a variety of languages can tell the difference between their mother tongue and other languages?
Breastfeeding
If you’re about to have a baby or just want more information on the subject, it’s a great time to explore the facts about this natural and sensible way of nourishing your baby.
Safety
Toy makers must make sure that they produce safe toys that meet the safety standards set by Health Canada. Sometimes unsafe toys do make their way onto store shelves and into homes. Here's how to pick the right toy!
